Francis (Hank) Ference Running For Fairfield RTM District 8

FAIRFIELD, CT — It's election season in Fairfield, and Patch is here to help you get to know the candidates running for local office in 2021 before voters head to the polls Nov. 2.

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Republican Francis (Hank) Ference, 68, is running for RTM District 8 in Fairfield.

Occupation: Retired Fire Fighter/inspector; 44 Years.

Family: Fifth generation Fairfiielder. Married to Joann 38 years. 3 grown children; Attended St. Thomas, Riverfield, Fairfield Ludlowe High School, Fairfield Prep. All graduated from Fairfield University, 2 with Masters Degrees.

Experience: RTM District 8

Family in government: No

The single biggest issue in town is ______, and I plan to do this about it:

Other than the schools which is of course everyone's top priority and I believe the fill pile contamination which is now estimated to cost the tax payers at least 22 MILLION dollars to clean up is our most pressing issue. Looking into any grants which might be available and any relief we may receive from the state or the courts will be top priority.

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

Knowledge of the town's government and of the town.

Accomplishments:

Seven terms on the RTM. Former Deputy Moderator and 2 terms. Former Chairman of the Public Health and Safety Committee. Former Chairman of the RTM Senior Tax Relief Committee.

Other issues:

Lower Taxes. Public School Supporter.

What else would you like voters to know about you?

Strong supporter of Public Safety. Strong supporter of our Seniors and and Senior Tax Relief.